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New Town Hostel NT

New Town Hostel NT
1.0 star property
Chiang Mai
The price is ￥2,753
￥3,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
New Town Hostel NT
Superior Single Room, Balcony, Hill View | WiFi (free)

O-Haus Chiangmai Airbnb Host

O-Haus Chiangmai Airbnb Host
1.0 star property
Hang Dong
The price is ￥5,632
￥6,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
O-Haus Chiangmai Airbnb Host
Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

New Me U Hostel

New Me U Hostel
1.0 star property
Chang Phueak
The price is ￥912
￥2,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
New Me U Hostel
Family Room, River View | Exterior

The Northern Grace Ping Riverside Hostel

The Northern Grace Ping Riverside Hostel
1.0 star property
Chang Khlan
The price is ￥4,832
￥5,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
The Northern Grace Ping Riverside Hostel
Living area

Premier Hostel Chiang Mai

Premier Hostel Chiang Mai
2.0 star property
Chang Phueak
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Close to night market and Jazz bar."
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥4,551
￥5,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Premier Hostel Chiang Mai
Reception

22 Hostel

22 Hostel
1.0 star property
Chang Phueak
The price is ￥3,512
￥3,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
22 Hostel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

Pinghostel - Adults Only

Pinghostel - Adults Only
2.0 star property
Old City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"Decor & space was great. Staff good. Also wonderful continental breakfast! However, always a bad cat odor but no cat seen..."
United States
amy
The price is ￥5,624
￥6,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Pinghostel - Adults Only
Classic Double Room | Laptop workspace, WiFi (free)

Basecamp Hostel

Basecamp Hostel
2.0 star property
Old City
The price is ￥1,213
￥1,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Basecamp Hostel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Socialer Coliving & Coworking Space

Socialer Coliving & Coworking Space
1.0 star property
Chang Phueak
The price is ￥3,585
￥6,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Socialer Coliving & Coworking Space
Interior entrance

84 Gallery - Hostel

84 Gallery - Hostel
2.0 star property
Wua Lai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The staff were all super nice, great place to meet people. Only a 6 minute walk to some really cool temples & about 10/15 minute walk to downtown, super close the airport great for a first night in Chiang mai."
Canada
Alycia
The price is ￥1,324
￥1,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
84 Gallery - Hostel
Staircase

My Way Hostel Chiang Mai

My Way Hostel Chiang Mai
1.0 star property
Chang Phueak
The price is ￥3,398
￥3,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
My Way Hostel Chiang Mai
Single Room, City View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Dengba Hostel-Loikroh Chiang Mai

Dengba Hostel-Loikroh Chiang Mai
2.0 star property
Chiang Mai
The price is ￥3,056
￥3,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Dengba Hostel-Loikroh Chiang Mai
Building design

KhunLuang Hostel - Adults Only

KhunLuang Hostel - Adults Only
2.0 star property
Old City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Ulrike
The price is ￥2,806
￥3,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
KhunLuang Hostel - Adults Only
Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, City View | Interior

Juum Bar and Drink Sleep

Juum Bar and Drink Sleep
2.0 star property
Old City
The price is ￥2,720
￥3,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Juum Bar and Drink Sleep
View from property

60 Bluehouse - Hostel

60 Bluehouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Old City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Wonderful staff! Relatively quiet for being right downtown."
Canada
Haley
The price is ￥2,531
￥2,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
60 Bluehouse - Hostel
Room, Mountain View | Free WiFi

The Sher Homestay

The Sher Homestay
1.0 star property
Mae Rim
The price is ￥20,644
￥22,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
The Sher Homestay
Lobby

Lm Hostel

Lm Hostel
2.5 star property
Wat Ket
The price is ￥3,007
￥3,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Lm Hostel
Lobby

Nature Home Hostel

Nature Home Hostel
2.5 star property
Old City
The price is ￥1,625
￥1,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Nature Home Hostel
Lobby sitting area

OYO 928 Leaf Hostel

OYO 928 Leaf Hostel
2.0 star property
Chiang Mai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Reception lady is very kind , the common area of hostel is spacious, both the shower and restrooms are clean, what’s more , the location is central and safe ! High recommend this hostel !"
United States
CHANGHU
The price is ￥1,907
￥2,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
OYO 928 Leaf Hostel
Reception

Loyy Hotel - Hostel

Loyy Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Chiang Mai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Great location just a few minute walk to night bazaar and downtown. Friedly staff. Nice and cozy place. Clean room, shared bathroom room facilities in good condition. Also provided shared kitchen, laundrymate, free breakfast - toast, waffee, cereal and coffee & tea in the morning."
United Kingdom
Emma
The price is ￥3,844
￥4,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Loyy Hotel - Hostel
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Top Chiang Mai Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Chiang Mai

Shangri-La Chiang Mai

8/10 Good
"Lovely hotel a little bit of a walk to the night market though"
William 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Shangri-La Chiang Mai

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Chiang Mai Hostels information

Number of reviews
50
Accommodation
194 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥1,346
Highest Price
￥22,997

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Chiang Mai?
By staying at a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and set aside more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your vacation. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples, and the flowers create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of shapes and sizes, but all of them have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in Chiang Mai?
Based on reviews from our guests, these hostels in Chiang Mai have positive ratings: The Park Society - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and tour assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. The Common Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Chiang Mai University. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a game room. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. KhunLuang Hostel - Adults Only - Located within a 20-minute walk of Tha Phae Gate and Chiang Mai University. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, tour assistance, and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Sherloft Home & Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Chiang Mai University and Tha Phae Gate. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Rooms come with showers, hair dryers, and free WiFi. OYO 928 Leaf Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center and Nimmanhaemin Road. You can take advantage of free WiFi and multilingual staff at this property. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels can I expect to find in Chiang Mai?
If you're looking for a low-cost place to stay in Chiang Mai, one of Expedia's 165 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Chiang Mai?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 83°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 73°F. The rainiest months in Chiang Mai are September, August, July, and October, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Chiang Mai?
Overall, Chiang Mai is known for its temples, festivals, and historical sites. Major attractions include Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. Get out into nature with places like Mae Ping River, Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, and Buak Haad Park. Cultural attractions include Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center, Chiang Mai Historical Centre, and Elephant Parade House.
What's the best way to get to and around Chiang Mai while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Chiang Mai on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Chiang Mai Intl. Airport (CNX), 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from the city center. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. If you're eager to explore more of the surrounding area, make your way to Chiang Mai Railway Station to take a train.

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